21 April 2008

In the past year, the Googles (Eric, the CEO of Google which Forbes estimated his net worth at 6.2 billion dollars and Wendy, his wife and philanthropist) have become part of Nantucket's preservation.

The main driver of all the philanthropic efforts on Nantucket is Wendy. They both fell in love with the island when they came for a friend's wedding. "I was completely hooked" she said. All her philanthropic efforts on the island are under the umbrella "ReMain Nantucket." According to Alan Worden in Nantucket Today "People say Google is coming to Nantucket. All of this stuff has nothing to do with Google, and nothing to do with Eric. It has everything to do with Wendy, who can stand on her own two feet. She is one of the smartest people I've ever met."

Wendy is also one of the investors who bought the Dreamland Theatre, "aiming to restore its movie screen and create a performing arts space." Her foundation also bought the Island Spirits site downtown to use it as a transportation hub. Recently she also purchased the building that houses Mitchell's Book Corner. "There is value in a bookstore that you don't have on the Internet" she was quoted to say. Her plans are to keep the bookstore.

"I see Main Street in need of community places. Where do we hang out? People don't go to bars anymore. They go to bookstores and coffee shops." Wendy Schmidt in Nantucket Today

"I'm a reader. If you come to Century House you can see the vast collection of books available to any of our guests. Most of these books come from this bookstore. Here everyone knows you and they know your preferences. That's Nantucket for you. We were happy to know that Wendy and Eric of Google decided to preserve the history of this town." Gerry Connick, Innkeeper, Century House

Nantucket is full of surprises. We let you know the best things about Nantucket. Come experience the oldest continuously operating inn on Nantucket Island. Walk to downtown, beach, restaurants and shopping. Luxury inn bed and breakfast. Breezy, wrap-around veranda, top cliff elite historic location. Discover the freedoms of Nantucket with Century House perfection. http://www.centuryhouse.com

11 April 2008

Water in its pure form is a tasteless, odorless, colorless liquid essential to all known forms of life. In large quantities it appears to be blue. Facts we remember from school: chemical formula - H2O; two-thirds of the Earth is water; the human body is 75% water.

Little Known Treasures: The Nantucket Water. The Island's supply of drinking water.

One often asks, where does the Island's supply of drinking water comes from? And, the answer is: it comes from two different levels of aquifer within the Earth recharged naturally by the rainfall making it the best tasting water from a sprout according the Innkeeperette, JeanE.

Losses to the aquifer occur by the discharge of fresh water at the coast and groundwater pumping. To lessen the impact on groundwater levels, the Island relies upon the cooperation of its customers and visitors to use its supply conservatively especially during peak Season use periods.

"I MUST down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by, And the wheel's kick and the wind's song and the white sail's shaking, And a grey mist on the sea's face and a grey dawn breaking. I must down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied; And all I ask is a windy day with the white clouds flying, And the flung spray and the blown spume, and the sea-gulls crying. I must down to the seas again to the vagrant gypsy life. To the gull's way and the whale's way

John Masefield, 1878

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Once you've experienced Nantucket, you will always have Nantucket. The beauty and splendour of an island 30 miles out to sea, with a history and mystery. Century House continues to serve its guests for over 175 years. Nantucket is to be explored. 40% of Nantucket's land is natural habitat: beaches, wetlands, aquifer recharge areas, moorlands, heathlands, cranberry bogs; rare species habitat; ocean, pond and harbor frontage, and properties for passive and active recreation.

"What wonder, then, that these Nantucketers, born on a beach, should take to the sea for a livelihood!... Two thirds of this terraqueous globe are the Nantucketer's.For the sea is his; he owns it, as Emperors own empires. "Herman Melville, Moby Dick

Freedom is the greatest form of luxury. And the best things about Nantucket are free. Experience. Discover. Explore. Irresistible sparkling beaches, ocean breezes, aromatic wild roses, a walk on an old historic cobble-stoned street, a bike ride to Sconset, wind blowing in your hair, a quiet time on the veranda watching the fog lift off, a spectacular sunset, a voyage at 4 am when is pure daylight, yet the island is still asleep. This is Nantucket, the one we know, the one we love, and preserve. Live the Splendour of Nantucket with Century House Perfection. Live this extraordinary privilege. Style, grace, and comfort. Century House is a 175 years old. An 18th Century Whaling Captain's home restored to its original grandeur and charm and fitted for the modern needs of today's traveler. In the heart of historic elite district of Nantucket. Discover the Freedoms of Nantucket! http://www.centuryhouse.com/

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..."Everyone is touched in some way being by the sea... . Nantucket is "just like a lover--so familiar and comforting...so wild and unpredictable" the innkeepers

Reviews

"classing styling is met by with luxurious modern amenities(Molton Brown bath products), at this Cliffside spot frequented by TV producers scouting locations and soaking up works of the former artists-in-residence."

..If you find yourself charmed by a visit to the Century House, you won't be the first. One glance at the wrap-around veranda, grey-shingled facade and outdoor patio where guests eat breakfast and store their bikes, and you won't want to leave, either." FORBES.COM

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We love the island and wish to preserve its beauty, heritage and history. As true Nantucketeers, we make every effort to provide our Nantucket lovers an unforgetable experience of the Nantucket as we knew it for twenty five years. As the inn celebrates its 175th year as the oldest continously operating inn we welcome you for our 25th Season as innkeepers. See below a glimpse of what Nantucket truly is. For more information visit our luxury boutique inn on prestigious Nantucket Island.